CES 2015: How Many Calories Are in That Protein Shake?

Popular Science (Jan. 9, 2015) &#151; Ever wonder what’s really in that Falafel sandwich you’re eating? SCiO will break it down for you. A tiny molecular sensor that fits in your hand, SCiO can decipher the molecular fingerprint of whichever object you like. Scan any piece of food, drink, or medicine, and SCiO will send information about its nutritional content, calorie count, chemical makeup, and more to your phone. Take it to your local farmer’s market to see if they’re really selling you organic produce like they claim.
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I Dream of the Future iPhone

Buzz60 (Dec. 16, 2013) &#151; Digital design company SET Solution came up with what it wants the next generation of iPhones to look like. Mara Montalbano (@maramontalbano) has the story. More of the company&#039;s videos can be viewed here: http://www.youtube.com/user/eXperienceITA/videos

CeES 2015: This Miniature Drone Will Take Your Picture from the Sky

Popular Science (Jan. 9, 2015) &#151; Sometimes, bigger isn&#039;t always better. That’s the thinking behind ZANO, a miniature drone that wants to help you take your selfies to new heights. The tiny white robot, which fits in the palm of your hand, captures aerial photos and HD video, all while being controlled via your smartphone.
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